New York Times story about Oil Changes

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09-15-2010, 10:53 PM

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i go by how the car has been driven. and what kind of oil i've put in there, and last depending on the condition of the oil

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09-16-2010, 09:51 AM

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I run full Synth, not blend. I check the oil once a week for color, smell, and quantity. I add if needed, and change at about 5000 miles.

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09-16-2010, 11:18 AM

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I used to do a 5K interval....gonna push 7.5K and see how it goes....using mobil1 5w-30 EP....with mobil1 filter.......

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09-16-2010, 11:37 AM

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i change mine every 6-7k KM's using Mobile 1 since the day i got it

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